Intimates (1997 Film)

Intimates, also known by its Cantonese title Ji sor (Chinese: 自梳), is a 1997 Hong Kong historical drama film directed by Jacob Cheung. The film explores relationships and historical customs set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Hong Kong and China.

Intimates movie promotional poster featuring main cast members — Intimates (1997)

Plot

The narrative is set in Hong Kong and China during the early 1900s. An older Wan, portrayed by Ah Lei Gua, travels alongside Wai, played by Theresa Lee, across China searching for Foon, who is Wan's longtime love. As Wai experiences personal identity struggles concerning her relationship with her boyfriend, she gradually uncovers the history of the aging Wan. Through a series of flashbacks, the story reveals Wan's younger years, played by Carina Lau, and her deep bond with Foon, portrayed by Charlie Yeung.

Cast and Production

The film was directed by Jacob Cheung, who also served as a producer alongside Eric Tsang. Screenplay duties were handled by Siu Tong, with cinematography by Ardy Lam Gwok-Wah and Yang Lun. The principal cast features:

Charlie Yeung as Foon
Carina Lau as Wan
Ah Lei Gua as Wan as Old Woman
Theresa Lee as Wai
Winston Chao as Wai's Boyfriend
Kar Lok Chin as Shing
Wei Tung as Chan Yiu-Chung
Cher Yeung as Ji Sor Woman